Technical Terms - Hardware (A-Z) - Bridge

What is the main function of a bridge in a computer network?

• Provide a connection between two or more local area networks

• Provide a firewall

• Keep a log of network activity

• Assign IP addresses

How many ports do dedicated Ethernet bridges typically have?

• Two

• Three

• Four

• One

Which layer of the OSI model do bridges operate at?

• Physical layer

• Data link layer

• Network layer

• Transport layer

What is the main difference between bridges and gateways?

• Bridges link networks of different types, gateways link LANs that use the same protocol

• Bridges operate at the network layer, gateways operate at the data link layer

• Bridges convert protocols when necessary, gateways do not

• Bridges link two LANs that use the same protocol, gateways link networks of different types

Which operating systems allow a computer to function as a bridge through software?

• Windows, macOS, and Unix-based operating systems

• Unix-based only

• macOS only

• Windows only

What feature must be activated in Wi-Fi access points to enable bridging mode?

• Encryption

• Antenna

• Firewall

• Settings

What type of networks can a bridge connect?

• LANs only

• WANs only

• LANs and WANs

• MANs only

What is the purpose of a bridge in a Wi-Fi network?

• Provide a firewall

• Assign IP addresses

• Connect to multiple Wi-Fi networks

• Connect a Wi-Fi network and an Ethernet network

How do bridges allow devices on separate networks to communicate?

• By assigning IP addresses

• By providing a firewall

• By keeping a log of network activity

• By providing a connection as though they were on the same LAN

What is a common form of network bridges?

• Devices that provide a firewall

• Devices that assign IP addresses

• Software-based devices with multiple ports

• Dedicated hardware devices with additional features